What Is Rayhaan Lion a Dupe Of?

How close is Lion to Ultra Male?

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is the reference for Rayhaan Lion, and I'd give the scent similarity 91%, or 9.1 out of 10. That's close enough that I'd take Lion seriously if Ultra Male is the fragrance you want to get near.

The percentage is my overall impression of the scent. It doesn't tell you which bottle will last longer or how many sprays you'll need. Those are separate reasons you might prefer one over the other.

The pear, lavender and vanilla connection

Gaultier's Ultra Male description highlights pear, dark lavender and woody vanilla, with mint and bergamot in the opening. It's a helpful way to picture the scent if you haven't smelled it: fruit and sweetness with an aromatic side.

Our Lion listing includes pear, lavender, mint and bergamot too, followed by cinnamon, clary sage and cumin, then vanilla, amber, cedar and patchouli. The shared pear, lavender and vanilla give you the main connection. The other notes are things to pay attention to when deciding which balance you like.

Rayhaan's own description puts Lion in a warm, spicy direction. When comparing it with Ultra Male, keep the sweetness and the aromatic notes in mind, then decide how you feel about the balance once the first spray settles.

Which would I buy?

If the goal is a close take on Ultra Male and Lion's current price suits you better, I'd put Lion on the shortlist. A 91% scent match makes it a useful option, especially if you're buying something to enjoy wearing rather than looking for one particular bottle.

I'd still sample it before committing if pear-heavy fragrances are new to you. Being close to Ultra Male only helps if you like Ultra Male's style in the first place. If you've already tried the JPG and keep wanting that exact fragrance, choosing the original makes sense too.

Our Ultra Male clones guide gives you more alternatives. You can also read Ultra Male versus Afnan 9 PM if you're weighing another familiar option.

Ultra Male is the exact JPG here

This comparison uses Ultra Male Eau de Toilette Intense. Le Male Elixir and Le Male Le Parfum are separate releases. Check the full fragrance name and bottle size when browsing the retailer options above.